A cheap, ETL-listed wire-rope hoist with a height limiter, for a home garage.
Amazon $119.99The VIVOHOME 1320 lb Wire Hoist VH636 is the better electric hoist overall, rated 3.3 to 3.2. The VEVOR 2200 lb Wire Hoist, 1600 W wins on value. The VIVOHOME 1320 lb Wire Hoist VH636 costs $17.80 less ($119.99 vs $137.79).
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The cheapest way to hang a one-ton hoist, for occasional garage and farm use.
Amazon $137.79Which should you buy?
- Choose the VEVOR 2200 lb Wire Hoist, 1600 W for value ($63 per 1,000 lb ($137.79, 2,200 lb) vs $91 per 1,000 lb ($119.99, 1,320 lb)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every wire rope hoists electric hoist; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | VIVOHOME 1320 lb Wire Hoist VH636 | VEVOR 2200 lb Wire Hoist, 1600 W |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 71 $91 per 1,000 lb ($119.99, 1,320 lb) | 89 $63 per 1,000 lb ($137.79, 2,200 lb) |
| Speed 15% | 39 16.5 ft/min at the rated load | 36 16 ft/min at the rated load |
| Lift 10% | 16 19 ft of lift | 19 19.7 ft of lift |
| Safety 30% | 80 limit switches, overload protection, duty class or UL/ETL listing | 50 safety features and rating not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| VIVOHOME 1320 lb Wire Hoist VH636 | VEVOR 2200 lb Wire Hoist, 1600 W | |
|---|---|---|
| Lifting | ||
| Rated load | 1,320 lb | 2,200 lb |
| Lift height | 19 ft | 19.7 ft |
| Lift speed | 16.5 ft/min | 16 ft/min |
| Motor and power | ||
| Motor | 460 W | 1,600 W |
| Power | 120 V plug-in | 120 V plug-in |
| Controls and safety | ||
| Control | Wired pendant | Wired pendant |
| Limit switches | Yes | - |
| Overload protection | Yes | - |
| UL or ETL listed | Yes | - |
